Tomorrow, I am starting a new challenge requiring 2 hours of physical conditioning every day. This includes yoga, calisthenics, aerobics, PT exercises, and stretching. Here are the specifications for completing the challenge:

• Divide the day up into 6 segments. Each segment should be the same amount of time. For 16.5 hours, this works out to 2.75 hours per segment, but I can adjust as needed.
• Accomplish at least 15 minutes of physical conditioning per segment. I will aim for 20 minutes, as this will ensure that I complete the 2 hours needed by the end of the day, However, as long as I commit to at least 15 minutes, I can make up the extra time at day’s end. The one exception is if I get a workout in before starting the day. In this case, I can adjust the times proportionately.
• Incorporate daily karma practices into at least 10 minutes of challenge time. Certain forms of exercise are not conducive and even antithetical to multitasking, such as yoga and high-intensity workouts. However, others can be great opportunities for it. Before my bike accident, I would do a jog the first thing every morning during which I completed my daily check-in and mindfulness practices.
• Be creative and proactive with fitting in exercises during the day. I have a whole host of compiled exercises from several different physical therapists for my back over the years. Recently, I now have an arsenal for my drop foot as well. While it may not be appropriate to do a yoga pose or break into calisthenics in some situations, there is probably some exercise I could utilize.

I have high hopes for this challenge! Hopefully, I can find the right amount and frequency from a variety of modalities to keep my mind sharp, my body in shape, and my back from complaining too much.

Namaste.